Assist. Prof. Dr. Dinesh Kulhary | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

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Assist. Prof. Dr. Dinesh Kulhary | Chemistry | Research Excellence Award

Career Point University | India

Dinesh Kulhary is a dedicated researcher and academician whose work spans advanced materials chemistry, crystallography, and functional hybrid perovskites. With an h-index of 3, a portfolio of 7 research documents, and 57 citations across 54 citing documents, he has established a growing scientific footprint in the fields of optoelectronics, photoluminescent materials, energy-harvesting devices, and smart material interfaces. He completed a strong academic journey in chemical sciences, culminating in doctoral research that explored the electrical, optical, and thermal behavior of lead-free organic–inorganic hybrid perovskites for device applications. His professional experience includes teaching and research roles in higher education institutions, where he has contributed to curriculum development and guided emerging scholars. His research interests include single-crystal engineering, humidity sensors, photoluminescent printing materials, 2D/3D hybrid perovskites, photocatalysis, and energy-efficient device fabrication. He has participated in prominent international scientific events, engaged in global collaborations, and published impactful work in reputed journals. His achievements include competitive research awards, travel grants, and recognitions that highlight his contributions to materials science innovation. With a strong commitment to scientific advancement, he continues to explore next-generation functional materials aimed at sustainable technological applications.

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Featured Publications

Choudhary, R., Pawar, V., Garg, U., Arora, K., Sharma, N., Dinesh, & Sharma, A. (2025). Enhanced photocatalytic performance of nanomaterial-modified dye sensitized solar cell biosensors for real-time biomedical diagnostics. South Eastern European Journal of Public Health.

Dinesh. (2024). Structural elucidation of electrical and optical properties in lead-free organic-inorganic copper bromide [(CH₃)₄N]₂CuBr₄ single crystals. ChemistrySelect.

Dinesh. (2022). Design of g-C₃N₄/BaBiO₃ heterojunction nanocomposites for photodegradation of an organic dye and diclofenac sodium under visible light via interfacial charge transfer. ChemistrySelect.

Dinesh, S. M. A., Singh, D., Karn, A., & Khan, A. (n.d.). Chemopreventive effects of lupeol and lupeol nanoparticles. In Futuristic Trends in Chemical Material Sciences & Nano Technology (Vol. 3).

Devthade, V., Dinesh, & Umare, S. S. (n.d.). Role of precursors on photocatalytic behavior of graphitic carbon nitride. Conference paper.

Venkatesan K | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Venkatesan K | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

CVR College of Engineering | India

Dr. K. Venkatesan is an accomplished researcher and academician in the field of Chemistry, currently serving as an Assistant Professor at CVR College of Engineering, Hyderabad. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from VIT University, Vellore, and an M.Sc. in Chemistry from Annamalai University. With extensive teaching and research experience, he has contributed significantly to organic and medicinal chemistry, focusing on the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds and the development of biologically active molecules using green and sustainable approaches. His expertise includes molecular modeling, QSAR studies, and ultrasound or microwave-assisted synthesis techniques. Dr. Venkatesan has published 29 high-quality research papers in reputed international journals indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, accumulating 268 citations, an h-index of 9, and an i10-index of 8. His studies emphasize environmentally friendly methodologies, catalysis, and bioactive molecule design with pharmaceutical relevance. He has actively presented papers at various international conferences and has organized faculty development programs in chemistry and material sciences. Recognized for his research excellence, he continues to explore innovative synthetic routes and bio-evaluations of novel compounds contributing to the advancement of chemical sciences and drug discovery.

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Featured Publications

Reshma, H., Shaik, H., Venkatesan, K., Venugopal, A., Kadeer, M., & Puppala, V. S. (2025). A review on nanomaterials: Introduction, synthesis, characterization, and applications. Chemical Papers, 79, 4075–4085. https://doi.org/10.1007/S11696-025-04107-3

Parasuraman, K., Jayaraman, S., Selvarasu, U., Venkatesan, K., & ShanmugaPriya, R. (2025). An effective, recyclable, bi-functionalized ionic liquid catalyzed solvent, metal, base free one-pot multicomponent reaction. Monatshefte für Chemie – Chemical Monthly, 156, 329–335. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00706-025-03297-6

Basha, N. H., Jagadish, T., Karthikeyan, P., Balu, K., Durai, M., Afzal, M., Ahn, Y. H., Pasupathi, M., & Venkatesan, K. (2025). Ultrasound-assisted synthesis of polyfunctionalized pyridine derivatives catalyzed by silica-supported perchloric acid: In vitro anticancer studies and molecular docking. Russian Journal of Bioorganic Chemistry, 51, 932–946. https://doi.org/10.1134/S1068162024606451

Venkatesan, K., Shaik, H., Kadeer, M., Suryanarayana, V., & Karthikeyan, P. (2025). Mini review on total synthesis of antihypertensive drug Telmisartan. Russian Journal of General Chemistry, 95, 1924–1935. https://doi.org/10.1134/S1070363225603072

Venkatesan, K., Abdelsalam Zaki, M. E. S., Basha, N. H., Shaik, H., Chang, S. K., Wong, L. S., Karthikeyan, P., & Gomha, S. M. (2025). Magnetic nanoparticle-catalysed one-pot multicomponent reactions (MCRs): A green chemistry approach. Catalysts, 15(9), 800. https://doi.org/10.3390/catal15090800

Shaily | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Shaily | Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Indian Institute Of Technology Delhi | India

Dr. Shaily is an accomplished researcher whose work focuses on superhydrophobic multifunctional polyurethane coatings and nanocomposites derived from sustainable sources such as cashew nut shell liquid and cardanol. She earned her Ph.D. from Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi, where she specialized in the synthesis, characterization, and protective applications of biobased polyurethane coatings. Currently serving as a Project Scientist at IIT Delhi and a University Research Ambassador, she previously worked as an Assistant Professor at JJT University, Rajasthan. Her research encompasses electrochemical analysis, materials characterization (FTIR, SEM, TEM, XRD, XPS, EDX, EIS, TGA/DSC/DTG, NMR), and mechanical testing for corrosion-resistant and antimicrobial coatings. Dr. Shaily’s scholarly contributions include publications in reputed journals such as Journal of Cleaner Production, Materials Today Communications, Inorganic Chemistry Communications, and Catalysis Letters. Her Google Scholar profile reflects an h-index of 10, i10-index of 10, and 271 citations, highlighting her growing influence in materials and surface chemistry. She has also co-authored book chapters and holds a patent for green polyurea coatings. Recognized with the INSPIRE Scholarship and Best Poster Award, Dr. Shaily continues to advance eco-friendly coating technologies that bridge nanoscience, polymer chemistry, and sustainable surface engineering.

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Featured Publications

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Saini, A., Mishra, S. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2022). Potential future malaria transmission in Odisha due to climate change. Scientific Reports, 12(1), 9048.

Singh Parihar, R., Bal, P. K., Kumar, V., Mishra, S. K., Sahany, S., Salunke, P., & Dhiman, R. C. (2019). Numerical modeling of the dynamics of malaria transmission in a highly endemic region of India. Scientific Reports, 9(1), 11903.

Bal, P. K., Dasari, H. P., Prasad, N., Salunke, P., & Parihar, R. S. (2021). Variations of energy fluxes with ENSO, IOD and ISV of Indian summer monsoon rainfall over the Indian monsoon region. Atmospheric Research, 258, 105645.

Parihar, R. S., Bal, P. K., Thapliyal, A., & Saini, A. (2022). Climate change projections and its impacts on potential malaria transmission dynamics in Uttarakhand. Journal of Communicable Diseases, 54(1), 47–53.

Parihar, R. S., Kumar, V., Anand, A., Bal, P. K., & Thapliyal, A. (2024). Relative importance of VECTRI model parameters in the malaria disease transmission and prevalence. International Journal of Biometeorology, 68(3), 495–509.